1. Undergraduate degree
First you must meet the entry requirements for your undergraduate degree.
How long will it take?
3 years
Bachelor degree
2 years
Master of Teaching
Why study early childhood education?
The Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) is designed with a new type of early childhood professional in mind – one who operates in a multi-disciplinary field involving care, education and health.
At Melbourne, you’ll benefit from our unique curriculum and partnership model. You’ll become an active member of an early childhood community from your first semester, putting into practice what you learn at university.
You’ll gain powerful insights into how students learn and develop the skills to assess, diagnose and support the learning needs of all students.
Career outcomes
Career outcomes
A Master of Teaching not only gives you a direct path into teaching but could lead to a career in areas such as:
- Children’s services coordination
- Education research
- Quality regulation and assessment
- Early intervention for children with special needs
- Assessment and evaluation for students
- Youth health and wellbeing
Professional accreditation
- Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
- Provisional registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
What are the study options?
Standard entry
Other entry pathways
Graduate Degree Packages
The University also offers guaranteed entry to high–achieving domestic and international students who have completed an Australian Year 12 or the IB in Australia based on your ATAR.
Melbourne Chancellor's Scholars
Melbourne Chancellor's Scholars are guaranteed a place into the graduate degree of their choice following successful completion of their undergraduate degree.
Looking for personalised advice?
Find out more about our graduate degrees and get support with your application. Speak to our expert staff online, via phone or at an upcoming event. You can also register to learn more about your course options and opportunities via email.
Why study early childhood education at the University of Melbourne
High-impact research
Home to education experts, we deliver high-impact education research that makes a difference around the world.
Support while you learn
Benefit from our extensive network of schools and early childhood centres and receive ongoing support from a Mentor Teacher and Clinical Specialist every step of the way.
Career outcomes
Our graduates are confident in classrooms and education settings which sets us apart with employers. 96% of graduates are employed within 4 months of graduating.